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Boat ramps on Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal

Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Illinois has 3 public launches in our directory, spread over 2 towns. 2 are boat ramps for trailers, 1 suits kayaks and canoes.

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  1. Richard J. Daley Park Boat Launch (Southwest)

    Chicago
    Boat ramp
  2. Richard J. Daley Park Boat Launch (Southwest 2)

    Chicago
    Kayak launch
  3. Prairie View Park Boat Ramp

    Hickory Hills
    Boat ramp

Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal at a glance

Illustration: a public boat ramp with a floating dock on a wide river
Illustration of a river boat access, not a photo of Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal
Launches3
Boat ramps2
Kayak and canoe launches1
TownsChicago, Hickory Hills

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Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal: questions and answers

How many boat ramps are on Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal?

We list 3 public launches on Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal around Chicago and Hickory Hills: Richard J. Daley Park Boat Launch (Southwest), Richard J. Daley Park Boat Launch (Southwest 2) and Prairie View Park Boat Ramp.

Are the boat ramps on Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal free?

Fees on Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal aren't in our data; ask the managing agency or check the signs at the ramp.

Where can you launch a kayak on Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal?

Richard J. Daley Park Boat Launch (Southwest 2) is suitable for kayaks and canoes. Paddlers can usually also launch at the side of the boat ramps.

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